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Braves Shortstop Search: Neto or Dubon?
20 Oct
Summary
- Braves faced a nightmare season at shortstop with poor offensive performances.
- Mauricio Dubon offered a Gold Glove-like season, playing multiple positions.
- Zach Neto could be acquired for a 20-20 season with power and speed.
The Atlanta Braves experienced a challenging season at the shortstop position, marked by significant offensive struggles from players like Ha-Seong Kim and Jorge Mateo. While Jim Jarvis saw time in the middle infield, his performance was not standout.
Mauricio Dubon emerged as a bright spot, delivering a Gold Glove-caliber season while manning various positions, including shortstop. He is a candidate for re-signing with the team.
However, an offensive upgrade at shortstop is a priority. The Braves are reportedly eyeing Zach Neto, who has achieved three consecutive 20-20 seasons, hitting 27 home runs and stealing 24 bases in 2027. Despite being a below-average defensive shortstop, Neto has recorded at least 5.1 bWAR annually over the past three years.
The ideal scenario for the Braves involves re-signing Dubon as a utility player and acquiring Neto to solidify the shortstop position through the 2029 season.
